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#Denim

ISKO™ Selvedge: contemporary denim heritage

© 2021 ISKO
ISKO, the world’s leading denim ingredient brand, introduces ISKOTM Selvedge – a 21st century reinterpretation of one of the most legendary denim fabrics ever made. Inspired by the history and reverence of original Selvedge denim, ISKO has applied its high-performance patented technologies to develop a new Selvedge range. Available in a wide selection of weights, stretch options and finishes, ISKO™ Selvedge adds flexibility, softness and comfort to a fabric more commonly known for its raw and rigid qualities.

Paving the way to a new Selvedge era, the leading denim innovator has developed a new range of this iconic fabric that pays heed to tradition, whilst looking to the future with the use of innovative technology and a dedication to sustainability.

The new ISKO™ Selvedge range preserves the authenticity and many of Selvedge’s hallmarks beloved by true denim aficionados the world over, whilst introducing modern attributes such as sustainability, comfort and wearability, which are guaranteed to make it a favorite of a new generation of male and female denim lovers. 

© 2021 ISKO
© 2021 ISKO


The range includes 19 fabric varieties, with weights spanning from 7.75 to 14.5 oz and elasticity options between 13% – 52% for outstanding recovery and holding power – ensuring there truly is a denim for everyone. This variegated array relies on R-TWOTM technology. Certified to Textile Exchange environmental credentials, this platform ensures full traceability, minimizing environmental impact and delivering astounding quality to each solution included in the ISKO™ Selvedge family.

A contemporary denim heritage journey through creativity.

The ISKO™ Selvedge range offers a wide variety of fabric options that will appeal to traditional, heritage denim lovers, as well as a new generation of denim fans. It will inspire the creation of different stories to enhance and explain the raw beauty of Selvedge.

© 2021 ISKO
© 2021 ISKO


The authentic rigid selection comprises ten different fabric options that maintain the raw and rigid heritage of Selvedge denim. The comfort stretch fabrics are a contemporary interpretation of Selvedge denim, offering a soft hand feel and stretch level ranging from 13% to 29% across six different fabrics. The high stretch option is offered in three super soft fabrics ranging from 40% to 52% elasticity – giving traditional Selvedge the added bonus of incredible comfort and wearability.

Further offerings in the ISKO™ Selvedge range are available through the variety of washes – Italian Fashion and Japanese Vintage. The first is a fashion translation of the authentic look of Selvedge, with a strong focus on style, wash and attention to detail. The second, embodies the most iconic Japanese vintage washes to deliver an accelerated worn look.

© 2021 ISKO
© 2021 ISKO

 

© 2021 ISKO
© 2021 ISKO

 

© 2021 ISKO
© 2021 ISKO


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